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The Teacher Time PodcastTips to Easily Write Report Card Comments for Elementary TeachersDoes writing report card comments take hours because you’re just not sure what to write? If you dread report card season every quarter and desperately want writing comments to be easier, you’ve come to the right place. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down how to make writing report card comments easy in 3 steps.
In This Episode About Report Card Comment Tips, You’ll Learn:
How to make sure you're not writing comments at the very last minute
The easiest hack to remember what you've written for students each quarter
The best ti...
2023-05-1613 minThe Teacher Time Podcast3 Report Card Mistakes I've Made That You Can Learn FromReport cards can be a hefty task, I get it. If report cards have been taking you hours upon hours to do, then you are going to love this episode! I’m sharing 3 mistakes that I’ve made when it comes to writing report cards to help you with what not to do so you can write accurate and objective report cards for your students in less than 2 hours.
What's Covered in This Episode:
A quick fix to make sure you're not super stressed during report card season
How I always know what to wr...
2023-05-0914 minThe Teacher Time PodcastNo-Prep Student Engagement Strategies to Make Learning FunWe're nearing the end of the year and your students are tired, you're tired, but learning still has to happen. How are you going to keep your students engaged? Today I'm sharing 3 engagement strategies that you can use with your students right away. Not just at the end of the year, but all the time! The best thing about these strategies is they are absolutely no-prep. The only thing you need is yourself and your students!
What's Covered In This Episode:
Why easy engagement strategies are the way to go
3 super simple ways...
2023-05-0216 minThe Teacher Time PodcastWhy Teacher Well-being Needs to be a Priority with Jen RaffertyThis month we’ve been covering topics around teacher burnout and stress management. And I cannot think of a better way to wrap up this month’s episode than with this conversation I had with Jen Rafferty. Talking with Jen truly felt like talking with a friend who just gets it and who understands the importance of teachers taking care of themselves so they cna show up as their best selves, not only in the classroom but outside of the classroom too. There is so much to take away from thos conversation, from how to aim for a work life BLEN...
2023-04-2530 minThe Teacher Time PodcastSimple Ways to Beat the Sunday ScariesDo you experience the Sunday Scaries as a teacher? Unfortunately, this can be a common experience, but it doesn't have to be your "normal." In this episode, we're talking about understanding what the Sunday Scaries are, why they happen, and some really simple things you can do to help eliminate those feelings.
In this Episode, You'll Learn:
What causes you to experience the Sunday Scaries
How proactive planning during the week can help on Sunday
Simple mindset shifts to decrease feelings of anxiety at the start of a new week
Why routine is...
2023-04-1814 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow to Use Your Teacher Burnout as a Catalyst for Change with Amber HarperTeacher burnout is unfortunately a common experience for many. But did you know that your burnout is unique to you? And how you overcome that burnout depends on what kind of burnout you’re experiencing? This week I’m joined by Amber Harper, who shares how she used her teacher burnout as a catalyst for change and how you can too!
Amber Harper is a Kindergarten Teacher, author of Hacking Teacher Burnout, podcaster, and Teacher Burnout Coach. She gives struggling teachers a path to follow as they navigate their way out of burnout by helping them grow throu...
2023-04-1129 minThe Teacher Time Podcast3 Ways Tired Teachers Can Stop Feeling Guilty and Start Enjoying BreaksHow often have you heard someone say they're feeling "teacher tired?" More times than you can count, right? We're all excited for Friday afternoon and the weekend break, but more often than not, many teachers spend their entire weekend working ... writing lesson plans and preparing materials.A break never happens. Recharging doesn't happen. And then we re-enter another work week on Monday feeling just as drained as we did when we left work on Friday. It's time to break this cycle!
In This Episode, You'll Learn:
Why and how to let go of...
2023-04-0417 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow to Stop the Constant Student Talking and Interrupting That’s Keeping You From Teaching with Gina from Teaching with HeartAs a teacher, it can be frustrating when your students won't stop talking and interrupting your lessons. However, there are effective strategies you can use to manage student talking and create a more productive learning environment.
In this episode, Gina from Teaching with Heart joins me to share simple, effective ways to address constant talking in your classroom that will best support your students.
Gina is a kindergarten teacher with over 10 years of classroom experience. She is a classroom and behavior management coach for teachers both in person and online through her website, Teaching with...
2023-03-2828 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow to Be Prepped Before the Weekend With Very Little Time and Energy [Prep Time Productivity Series]How many times have you sat down during your prep time and felt too exhausted to get anything done? Or by the time you do have the energy to start prepping, your planning time is over? In this episode we address what's causing that teacher tired feeling and a simple strategy that will help you have a productive prep time throughout the week.
In This Episode About Teacher Time Management, You’ll Learn:
How decision fatigue plays a role in your ability to get things done during your prep time
The most common mi...
2023-03-2116 minThe Teacher Time Podcast3 Common Prep Time Problems Elementary Teachers Have And their Solutions [Prep Time Productivity Series]So you want to get planned and prepped ahead of time, BUT all of these problems keep popping up during your already limited prep time. How are you ever going to catch up on everything you have to do? Is it even possible to enjoy a weekend without having your teacher bag by your side? In this episode, we are addressing some common prep time problems that elementary teachers experience AND tips and tricks to help you solve them.
In This Episode About Teacher Prep Time We Cover:
Solutions for dealing with distractions and interruptions during...
2023-03-1417 minThe Teacher Time Podcast5 Essential Time Management Tips for Busy Elementary Teachers [Prep Time Productivity Series]You are a busy elementary teacher with a lot on your plate and not a ton of time to do it in. This episode is kicking off our prep time productivity series, where we'll explore time management and prep time tips you haven't been getting trained on, but should be! In this episode, we will talk about essential time management strategies that every elementary teacher needs in order to make the most of their planning time so they can focus more on teaching!
In This Episode About Teacher Time Management, You’ll Learn:
How to instantly de...
2023-03-0717 minThe Teacher Time PodcastWhat to Include In Your Small Group Lesson PlansEver wonder how to write a small group lesson plan that's effective but also doesn't take a ton of your time? In this episode, we'll walk through a guide to crafting plans for your small group instruction. I'm sharing my best tips and strategies for creating clear and specific objectives, warm-up activities, teaching points, and practice activities.
This episode is part 2 of 2 in our small group planning series.
In this episode about small group instruction, you’ll learn:
How to write clear and specific objectives
Ideas for different types of warm-up act...
2023-02-2118 minThe Teacher Time Podcast5 Strategies for Meaningful Small Group InstructionDoes planning for small group lessons feel like one more thing on your plate (that often gets pushed to the back burner)? If you’re struggling to fit planning for small groups into your day and looking for effective strategies that will help you keep it simple and get them done, this episode is for you!
Small group instruction is a great way to engage students and promote active learning. In this episode, you’ll learn five strategies to make the most of your small-group lessons.
This episode is part 1 of 2 in a small group plan...
2023-02-1421 minThe Teacher Time PodcastFun Valentine's Day Activities for KindergartenAre you looking for fun valentine's day activities you can use with your students this month? We've got you covered with plenty of fun activities for your kindergarteners! Check out our list of 5 ideas you can use right away.
In this episode, you'll learn:
5 activities to use in your Kindergarten Classroom for Valentine’s Day
How to break down the objectives for each activity into lessons to use all week long!
Easy ways to differentiate each activity for all learners
Links Mentioned in This Episode:
February Counting Mats
Valentine's Day Counting Ce...
2023-02-0716 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow To Write Lesson Plans with Templates and Weekly SlidesIn this episode of the Teacher Time Podcast, we're diving into how to write lesson plans without feeling overwhelmed. Listen in as we share step-by-step tips and strategies for using simple tools to stay organized, focused, and productive while planning for the week ahead.
In this episode, you'll learn:
How to use a long-term planning template to see what you'll be teaching each week and identify any resources you may need to prepare.
The benefits of breaking down your weekly focus and objectives into daily plans, and why this helps to avoid multi-tasking and decision fatigue.
H...
2023-01-3111 min
The Burned-In Teacher Podcast with Amber HarperIt's Teacher Time with Stephanie PalovchikAre you feeling overwhelmed as a teacher? Struggling to fit everything into your day? In this episode, Stephanie Palovchik of Teaching Little Learners pulls back the curtain on how to manage time as a teacher by sharing the strategies she uses to streamline productivity. Stephanie also discusses ways to make that never-ending to-do list feel more manageable, how to determine what you should work on during your planning time, and - of course - how to decrease decision fatigue with one simple strategy. Join us for a helpful discussion on time management strategies to help stop your teacher overwhelm...
2023-01-2833 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow to Plan an Effective Morning Meeting for Elementary Classrooms in 10 Minutes or LessAround here we're all about helping busy elementary teachers save time on planning and prepping. In today's episode, we're discussing how to plan an effective morning meeting for your elementary classroom in 10 minutes or less. Morning Meeting has been a hot topic in elementary classrooms for the past several years, and for a good reason! They help establish an maintain classroom community, and are a fantastic time to practice social-emotional learning skills with your students. But since they're such a routine part of our day, sometimes planning morning meeting can feel challenging. What should the format be? How can...
2023-01-2410 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow to Manage Planning, Prepping, and Teacher Burnout with Maggie JarvisIn this episode, I'm joined by an elementary teacher, Maggie, who shares her inspiring story, from feeling completely worn down and burnt out, to how she decided to make a change that would allow her to be the productive, happy teacher she always wanted to be.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
How Maggie went from completely overwhelmed and on the verge of burnout to managing her planning time effectively.
What has had the biggest impact on managing lesson planning, prepping, and teacher guilt
Maggie's experience as a member of the Teacher Time University Course
Lin...
2023-01-1725 minThe Teacher Time PodcastWhat Kind of Teacher Will You Be in 2023?Do you feel like everything in your teacher life is out of control? Today I want to share how a simple, intentional reflection can help you regain control and be on your way to being the teacher you want to be. In this episode, we practice self-reflection and identifying what purposeful changes we can make to be more productive, happier teachers in 2023.
In This Episode About Self Reflection and Improving Productivity for Elementary Teachers, You’ll Learn:
2 steps to becoming the teacher you want to be moving forward (even when it feels like everything is out of...
2023-01-1012 minThe Teacher Time Podcast3 Things Teachers Are Allowed To Do (That Will Help with Your Mental Health)Teacher boundaries and mental health are so important. How often do you wish you could just take something off your plate or you could leave work without feeling guilty about everything that has to get done?
There’s no doubt that teachers have a lot to do and not a ton of time to do it in. It can lead to feelings of stress and overwhelm. But what if I told you there are things you CAN do, things you’re ALLOWED to do, that will help you let go of some of that stress and actually impa...
2022-12-2013 minThe Teacher Time PodcastMy Friday Routine As a Teacher: 3 Things To Do Every Friday that Make Taking a Weekend Break EasyIt can be hard to let go of work on weekends because there’s so much on your to-do list, and often limited time to get it done in. When you leave work on Friday, it can be hard to shut your teacher brain off, which then affects your life outside of work - making it hard to be present with family or truly enjoy your “free” time.
In this episode, I’m sharing a practical Friday routine for teachers that will help you truly take a break on the weekends, so you can be a happier, more pre...
2022-12-1312 minThe Teacher Time PodcastFun December Classroom Activities for Elementary StudentsLooking for easy and engaging activities for December in the classroom? In this episode, we’ll help you plan faster with fun, low-prep activity ideas you can use in your elementary classroom.
In This Episode About December Classroom Activities You’ll Learn:
An important shift that will help you find more joy while teaching in December
A simple way to combine writing and a gingerbread theme in a meaningful way
How using these common items as math manipulatives can increase student engagement while keeping learning authentic.
A simple, no prep activity that supports culturally responsive learning.
Lin...
2022-12-0611 minThe Teacher Time PodcastA Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Simple, Yet Effective, Phonics Routine with Kristina HarrillDo you know that phonics is important, but are wondering how to plan simple and engaging phonics lessons that work? In this episode, I'm joined by Kristina from Sweet for Kindergarten as she shares exactly how you can plan phonics lessons that are effective, without taking tons of your time!
Kristina taught Kindergarten for 6 years, but now stays home with her little ones. She is passionate about phonics, writing, and fine motor skills and shares simple ideas to make learning fun and engaging.
In This Episode About Planning Engaging Phonics Lessons, You’ll Learn:
Co...
2022-11-2925 minThe Teacher Time PodcastWhy Teachers Shouldn't Take Work HomeYou're about to go on Thanksgiving Break, and in a few weeks, winter break. You’re torn between taking a break and bringing work home to “catch up” because you’ll “have more time.” So what should you do? Well, as you can see the answer is in the title but in this episode, I'm going to tell you exactly why leaving work at work over any kind of break is good for your teacher soul.
In This Episode About Using Teacher Boundaries, You’ll Learn:
Eye-opening statistics about teacher burnout
The main thing most teachers forget about t...
2022-11-2210 minThe Teacher Time PodcastThings I Always Include On My Slides To Help Students With IndependenceAre your students struggling with being independent during learning activities? Are you dealing with constant interruptions during small groups or off-task students? I can’t promise this episode will solve every problem, but I can share a few things I make sure are always on my slides that have helped my students stay on task and lessen interruptions throughout the day.
In This Episode About Using Teaching Slides to Increase Student Independence, You’ll Learn:
Why using slides is extremely helpful for teachers and students
A simple way to personalize your slides and help students remember expe...
2022-11-1409 minThe Teacher Time PodcastWhat To Do With All Of Your Copies for the WeekDo you find that your teacher desk is constantly covered in papers? Is it hard to keep track of all of the copies and materials that you need throughout the school week for all of your lessons? In this episode, we’ll talk about a simple solution to managing all of your weekly materials with ease so you can be ready to teach instead of searching for materials at the start of your lessons.
In This Episode About Teacher Organization, You’ll Learn:
An easy way to make sure you have everything you need
A solution for...
2022-11-0810 minThe Teacher Time Podcast7 Tips for Planning Effectively with Other TeachersAre you and your grade-level team trying to plan together, but struggling to be productive? Maybe you’re frustrated because you know that planning together could be such a time-saver (not to mention reduce your stress) but it’s not going the way you hoped.
You’re left wondering - how can we solve this problem? CAN we solve this problem? What (if anything) can you do that will help you and your teammates get more done during your limited planning time?
In this episode, I’m sharing 7 tips that will help you lesson plan with you...
2022-11-0116 minThe Teacher Time Podcast3 Ways to Make Community Building Sustainable All Year Long with Caitie CupplesIn this episode, I'm joined by Caitie Cupples, who has 3 tips to share that are going to make community building in your elementary classroom feel sustainable all year long. She shares simple tips, mindset shifts, and examples that you can take and use right away in your classroom!
Caitie is a 2nd grade teacher turned instructional coach passionate about helping elementary teachers build kind, inclusive classroom communities where all students feel successful, confident, and like they truly belong.
What's Covered In This Episode:
Helpful mindset shifts to make around classroom community
How classroom rituals...
2022-10-2520 minThe Teacher Time PodcastAn Easy Way to Schedule Parent Teacher Conferences Using Google SheetsHow long does it take you to schedule parent-teacher conferences? If you’re still doing this by hand - or maybe you’re just done with the sign up form you have been using - I’m going to share an easy way to get your conferences scheduled using google sheets.
What's Covered In This Episode:
Why Google Sheets are helpful for scheduling conferences
How to set up a google sheets document for parent-teacher conference scheduling
Links Mentioned:
Listen to Episode 25: Parent Teacher Conference Tips for Lower Elementary Teachers
Be ready for conferences ASAP with t...
2022-10-1809 minThe Teacher Time PodcastWhen to Write Weekly Lesson Plans So You're Not Working All WeekendImagine what it would feel like if you no longer had to worry about writing your lesson plans over the weekend, and instead you could focus on other things that you WANT to be doing?!
It IS possible!
What's Covered In This Episode:
Lesson Planning reflection questions
The best day to lesson plan
WHY this day is a great day to get your lesson plans done
Examples of how this can work for you, even if you feel like you're constantly playing catch up
Links Mentioned:
Read this blog post: When is...
2022-10-1112 minThe Teacher Time PodcastOctober Theme Ideas for Elementary ClassroomsWho else has ever sat down to lesson plan and felt totally blank on ideas. Like you know what skill you need to teach but you’re not sure how to break down a lesson plan to teach that skill. In this episode, I’m sharing how using themes can help you get the ball rolling on ideas, and even sharing a few themes and ideas you can use this month.
What's Covered In the Episode:
3 Theme Ideas you can use in October
Why they lend themselves well to lesson planning
Activity examples for each theme
Li...
2022-10-0412 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow to Build Better Work-Life Balance and Beat Burnout This School Year with Brittany Blackwell, M.EdWe all know that burnout is unfortunately too common in the teacher world. And if you're trying to beat burnout, you're likely looking to ditch feeling like you're always in work mode and more like you have the space to be the you that you want to be. this episode, I'm joined by Brittany Blackwell, who shares insight into how teachers can have more of a work-life balance this school year.
Brittany Blackwell, M.Ed. is an award-winning special educator and teacher resilience strategist from South Carolina with over ten years of experience working with elementary and m...
2022-09-2727 minThe Teacher Time PodcastA Literacy Center You Can Use All Year LongOne thing that makes planning centers easier, is having activities that you use over and over again. In this episode of The Teacher Time Podcast, I’m sharing a literacy center idea that you can use all year long.
If you haven’t listened to episode 63 or episode 64, you’re definitely going to want to listen to those! In those episodes we talked about a consideration that would make prepping easier for you AND increase student independence.
What's Covered In This Episode:
A reminder about how much you actually need to switch out centers
A mean...
2022-09-2007 min
The Resilient Teacher Podcast3 Simple Steps to Managing Your Limited Planning Time and Reduce Stress with Special Guest Stephanie PalovchikEPISODE 17.If you are one of those teachers who is exhausted by the time your planning period comes and you sit and stare at your list of to do's not knowing where to start and how to get stuff done...you are definitely going to love this episode. There is a unique challenge that we face as educators and that's called decision fatigue. In this episode, I'm joined by Stephanie Palovchik who is a teacher time management expert where she's going to share with us the 3 simple steps to managing and maximizing your planning time and reduce st...
2022-09-1321 minThe Teacher Time PodcastA Math Center You Can Use All Year LongWhat makes planning center activities a challenge? Is it that you have to differentiate for so many learners? Is it that you need new activities more often than you can keep up with? In this episode of The Teacher Time Podcast, I have a Math Center Activity to share with you that you can use all year long!
What's Covered in this Episode:
How often you actually need to change your centers out
A solution to trying to figure out what to plan for your centers
A simple and meaningful math center that you can use...
2022-09-1309 minThe Teacher Time PodcastCenter Tips to Help with Student IndependenceIf you have ever felt like your centers were disorganized or like students struggled to be independent during centers, you're going to love this episode. There are so many amazing ways to organize centers, but it’s most important to find a system that works for you!
When I first started centers in my classroom (as a first year teacher) I was so lost. The idea of my students rotating around the room, where to store centers, how students would get them … I just couldn’t wrap my head around it all. As a result, my centers defini...
2022-09-0611 minThe Teacher Time Podcast5 Parts to an Effective Classroom Management Plan with Gina of Teaching with HeartHave you tried all kinds of classroom management tricks, only to feel like none of them are working? If yes, you're going to love today's episode! In this episode, I'm joined by Gina of Teaching with Heart, and she is shares the 5 essential parts that make up an effective classroom management plan.
Gina is a kindergarten teacher with over 10 years of classroom experience. She is a classroom and behavior management coach for teachers both in person and online through her website, Teaching with Heart. She is passionate about helping elementary educators change challenging student behavior by figuring o...
2022-08-3031 minThe Teacher Time PodcastTips for Writing Lesson Plans FasterHow long does lesson planning take you? Every time I’ve asked this question on social media, the responses range from about an hour to over 5 hours weekly. I’m here to tell you, that it does NOT have to take hours upon hours to write your lesson plans… and it shouldn’t.
In this episode, I want you to know that you can write effective lesson plans, and it doesn’t have to take you all weekend.
What’s Covered In This Episode:
The one tool you need to ensure you’re not starting from...
2022-08-2309 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow to Make Back to School Night a SuccessBack to School Night / Meet the Teacher events are important parts of the start of a school year. In this episode I’m sharing tips to make your back to school night a success. I want to help you prep this in a simple and effective way so it doesn’t feel like another thing hanging over your head.
Many teachers have said that they feel really comfortable talking with kids, but presenting in front of adults is a whole different experience. Can you relate? I know I can. On top of just the fact that you have...
2022-08-1609 minThe Teacher Time Podcast4 Things Elementary Teachers Need for Back to SchoolDo you ever wonder what resources or activities you actually need to have ready as you head back to school? In this episode, I'm rounding up a couple of resources that will make a positive difference in how prepared you feel at the start of the school year.
What's Covered In This Episode:
The 4 resources every elementary teacher needs when heading back to school
Why you need these resources/how they'll save you time
Links Mentioned:
Preppy Lemon Teacher Planner
Teaching Little Leaders Subject Slides
Teaching Little Leaders Lesson Planning Templates
Math Counting Mats...
2022-08-0910 minThe Teacher Time PodcastA Reminder That Your Classroom Doesn't Have to Be PerfectIn this episode we are talking about setting up your elementary classroom. I’m giving you some friendly reminders and sharing my top tips for setting up your classroom in a way that’s purposeful!
What's Covered in the Episode:
Top 5 reminders for elementary teachers when it comes to classroom set up
Classroom set up tips and tricks to keep things purposeful and less stressful
Ready to set up an organized classroom? Download my FREE Organization Guide for Elementary Teachers!
2022-08-0215 minThe Teacher Time PodcastStart Your School Year Right with These 3 Teacher TipsIn this episode We are continuing talking about all things teacher productivity and how you can stay on top of your game this school year. Today I'm going to be sharing 3 things you can do to make sure that you have a productive week, And the cool thing is this can help you when you head back to school but if you're still on summer break you can start practicing these simple things during your day now too so that they become a part of your daily habits.
What's Covered in the Episode:
A quick tip...
2022-07-2710 minThe Teacher Time Podcast3 Strategies for Simplifying Teacher Time ManagementThis is a very exciting week on the podcast because for this episode I'm going to be sharing a recap of what we covered during the teacher time management challenge masterclass which happened last night. This masterclass was a very special kickoff event to the opening of my signature program: Teacher Time University.
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What’s Covered in this Episode:
What’s actually possible for you this school year
Why you should decide on a teacher mantra (plus...
2022-07-2016 minThe Teacher Time PodcastGetting Planned with 0 Minutes of Prep Time with KassandraDo you ever wonder if it’s even possible to be the kind of teacher who leaves work at work? Who has all of her lessons planned, prepped, and ready to go the week before? Who gets to spend their weekends with their family, working on house projects, going on outings - without the guilt?
In this episode, I’m joined by Kassie - a teacher who’s doing exactly that, and all with 0 minutes of provided prep time.
What’s Covered In This Episode:
The “before” of Kassie’s Teacher Transformation
The “after” - how she’s getting planned and prepped without...
2022-07-1219 min
The Teacher Time PodcastMake This The Year You’re Organized and Planned Ahead of TimeWhat if this was the school year that you were finally planned organized and prepped before the weekend? It’s possible, you know, and in this episode, I’m going to tell you how.
We all know teachers tons of to-dos on their plates, and not a lot of time to get them done. On top of all that,
you’re also responsible for educating every unique student in your classroom. It’s easy to feel like you’re becoming the distracted teacher who doesn’t get to focus on the best part of your job (teachin...
2022-07-0517 minThe Teacher Time PodcastTop 5 Teacher Prep Time Mistakes to Avoid From Now OnLet’s talk about prep time. It’s quick and often interrupted. If you spent this school year feeling rushed and insanely busy during your planning time, only to end of up bringing work home with you night after night - this episode is for you!
What’s Covered in this Episode:
Why prep time feels so rushed
How teachers can (and are) getting more done during their 30 minute prep
Top 5 mistakes to avoid during your prep time to make sure you’re one of those teachers too!
Links Mentioned in this Episode:
Free Producti...
2022-06-2815 minThe Teacher Time Podcast7 Boundaries to Set for a Stress-Free SummerAre you struggling with feeling like you should be catching up on all the school work this summer, while also relaxing? In this episode of the podcast, I want to show you that taking a break during summer is healthy, it’s good for you, and YOU DESERVE IT. That said, taking a break can be hard. Luckily, I’ve curated a list of 7 simple boundaries you can set for yourself (or pick and choose just a few) that will help you actually take a break this summer.
What’s Covered in the Episode:
Why taking a brea...
2022-06-2114 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow to Overcome Burnout As a TeacherAre you on the road to teacher burnout? If so, you're not alone, but you also don't have to stay on that road. In this episode, we talk about 4 simple tips to help you overcome burnout fast - and now is the perfect time to do it!
What's Covered in this Episode:
The number one thing you must do to stop burnout in its tracks
How to make doable progress toward working less
The importance of intentional connection (or disconnection)
Simple prompts to help you get reacquainted with the values that will keep you from heading...
2022-06-1416 minThe Teacher Time PodcastGlows and Grows From This School YearIt's the 50th Episode of The Teacher Time Podcast and we're celebrating in a big way! In this episode, you'll hear from 5 teachers who shared their own Glows and Grows from this school year! This episode also features a special GIVEAWAY that will help set you up with some fabulous teacher tools before next school year.
The end of the year is a great time to reflect, to celebrate the positives, and set goals for yourself moving forward. And rather than hearing my reflections, I wanted to share with you the glows and grows of more teachers a...
2022-06-0728 minThe Teacher Time PodcastEnd of Year Series: Setting Yourself Up for Success the First Week BackThis is the fourth and final episode in our End of Year Teacher Series! In this episode, we’re talking all about how to set yourself up for success the first week back. What should you prep? How can you save yourself time when you come back from summer break? How can you make sure you’re actually able to ENJOY your summer break without worrying about your classroom too much? We’re answering all of that in THIS episode.
What’s Covered In This Episode:
Why you should be doing some back to school prep now
5 t...
2022-05-3116 minThe Teacher Time PodcastEnd of Year Series: Organization You Must Do NowThis is episode 3 of 4 in our End of Year Teacher Series! In this episode, we’re diving deep into organization that will be beneficial to you at this time in the year. Organization tends to be a hot topic at the beginning of the school year, but if you’re taking a few steps to get organized NOW, your back to school season is going to be much easier.
What’s Covered In This Episode:
Why organizing your centers at the end of the year is beneficial
What makes center organization so helpful now
Quick and easy o...
2022-05-2416 minThe Teacher Time PodcastEnd of Year Series: Exactly How to Declutter Your ClassroomIn the second episode of our End of Year Teacher Series, we talk about a helpful mantra to take on when cleaning out your classroom. This is just one episode that will help you answer the question: “What should I be doing at the end of the year to make my life easier?”
What’s Covered In This Episode:
The importance of decluttering
A rule of thumb for deciding what to keep and what to get rid of
Why you should be taking inventory
How to put things back so you’re not kicking yourself later
Make s...
2022-05-1718 minThe Teacher Time PodcastEnd of Year Series: How to Efficiently Pack Your Classroom!This is the kickoff episode to our End of Year Series. Over the next 4 episodes, we’re going to be covering all the top things you absolutely must do before the school year wraps up for summer. We’re kicking things off by talking about how to efficiently pack your classroom so that setting it back up is way easier!
What's Covered in the Episode:
Why packing neatly is helpful
An easy way to make sure everything goes where it should
A rule of thumb for packing all your stuff
Download this brand new, FREE reso...
2022-05-1019 minThe Teacher Time PodcastReport Card Comment Hacks You Can Use Now!Have you ever wondered how to get report cards done without all the late-nights, stress, and working right up until they’re due? In this episode, I’m sharing 3 super simple hacks that will help you not only write comments in less time, but also decrease the stress surrounding this teacher task.
What’s covered in the episode:
The easiest way to start any report card comment
How to make sure report card due dates don’t sneak up on you
A game-changing hack that will save you tons of time
Download this FREE Report Card Com...
2022-05-0318 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow Literacy Routines Can Prevent End of Year Chaos with Sara Marye, The Stellar Teacher CompanyIn this episode, I’m joined by Sara Marye of The Stellar Teacher Company and she’s sharing how Literacy routines can prevent end of the year chaos.
The end of the year gets crazy for teachers and students, schedules get disrupted, there is additional work for teachers, students become restless. One thing teachers can do now to help eliminate the end-of-year chaos is by incorporating literacy routines. Even though it is the end of the year, now is actually a great time to introduce, practice, and refine literacy routines that can help keep students engaged up unti...
2022-04-2631 minThe Teacher Time PodcastSave Time with Grading RubricsAre you frustrated by how long grading takes? Deciding what grades your elementary students should get doesn't need to feel like a difficult decision. In fact, it can be really clear-cut, informed, and objective. In this episode, I'm sharing how and why using grading rubrics can make it easier for you to get your grades done in less time.
What's Covered in the Episode:
Why using grading rubrics is a more efficient and effective practice for teachers
Quick tips to help you start using rubrics right away
Examples of how to break down a standard or...
2022-04-1917 minThe Teacher Time PodcastWhat to Do When Spring Fever Kicks In (For You AND Your Students)Is spring fever setting in in your classroom? Your students have high energy and you feel more drained than usual, trying to keep up with it all. In this episode I'm going to share my top tips to help you thrive (not just survive) until the end of the school year.
What's Covered in the Episode:
How to embrace the extra student energy happening in your classroom
Tricks to provide students with meaningful talking opportunities
How to make sure you're not burning out in the process
Why it's important to take time for you
Share...
2022-04-1213 minThe Teacher Time PodcastLow Prep Spring Activities for Elementary StudentsSpring is in full swing, so it only seems right to talk about classroom activities you can use with your elementary students this season. And because I love helping teachers save time, all of the spring activities we talk about in this episode are low-prep.
What’s Covered In the Episode:
A quick teacher hack that will simplify lesson planning this spring.
Theme Ideas you can use right now
Tips for making any activity low prep
Low-prep spring activity ideas you can use with your elementary students
Links Mentioned:
Save 25% on a limited-time Spring Ma...
2022-04-0520 minThe Teacher Time PodcastEasy Ideas for Morning Meeting In Your Elementary ClassroomYou’re implementing a morning meeting in your classroom but it’s getting a little challenging to plan for. You feel like you’ve already done all the greeting ideas, share topics, and activities.. The kids are getting bored. Or maybe you’re just feeling stuck. In today’s episode we talk about easy to use ideas for your next morning meeting!
What's Covered in the Episode:
Helpful resources for getting started with Morning Meeting
How you can fit Morning Meeting into your busy day
Greeting, Share, Activity, and Message ideas you can start using right away
L...
2022-03-2916 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow You Can Use Slides in Your Classroom to Save TimeSo you're using slides in your classroom. But are you using them purposefully to save yourself time AND increase student independence? In this episode, we uncover how you can use slides effectively to make teaching easier and help students be more efficient in the classroom.
What's Covered in the Episode:
Why slides are a teaching game changer in elementary classrooms
How visuals can support your teaching and student learning
The simple way audio can transform student work time
Links Mentioned:
How to Quickly Set Up Weekly Slides for Teaching
How to Add a Timer...
2022-03-2212 minThe Teacher Time PodcastTop 4 Mistakes Made When Using Centers In Elementary ClassroomsYou have daily literacy and math centers in your classroom, but are they running smoothly? Managing and planning for centers in lower elementary classrooms is challenging.
In today's episode, we're covering 4 common mistakes that elementary teachers make when implementing centers in their classroom. We'll cover:
What centers might look like when you're making these "mistakes." (Including my own personal experiences with this).
How using more student choice can increase engagement (and decrease the amount of interruptions you get).
What could be leading to students being completely off task during centers.
A time-saving hack for you that...
2022-03-1519 minThe Teacher Time Podcast3 Steps to Revamp Your Classroom Management with Andriana, The Active EducatorHaving a strong, structured classroom management system is important for you and your students. But where do you start and how can you adjust when things just aren’t working? In this episode, I’m joined by Andriana, who you probably know as The Active Educator. Andriana shares 3 ways to revamp your classroom management that’s rooted in social emotional development, will help you be able to teach more effectively, while giving our students a sense of belonging.
What's Covered In the Episode:
Why having a classroom management system is so important
How to get started with s...
2022-03-0926 minThe Teacher Time Podcast3 Fun and Easy-to-Prep March Activities for K-2 ClassroomsDo you ever spend a ridiculous amount of time scrolling online looking for activity ideas? Only to spend even longer prepping them? In this episode, we go over 3 fun and easy-to-prep activities for lower elementary classrooms that you can add to your plans for March!
What's Covered in the Episode:
The challenging lesson I learned that can save you time
A simple way to practice counting all year long that students won't get sick of
How you can use one material to create multiple activities
A fun, simple way to practice reading sentences
Head to...
2022-03-0116 minThe Teacher Time Podcast7 Fantastic Classroom Management Hacks with Dr. Lori FriesenIn this episode, we have our very first guest on The Teacher Time Podcast, Dr. Lori Friesen! She's sharing all about 7 insanely simple classroom management hacks that you can use right away.
What's Covered In This Episode:
How to keep kids focused and engaged during lessons
A creative hack for getting kids’ attention quickly
How to ensure your students’ work always has their name on it
A fun hack for ensuring your students always have a sharp pencil
How to prevent hundreds of paper scraps when doing cutting projects
About Dr. Lori Friesen
Dr...
2022-02-2228 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHelp! I’m Drowning in Teacher To-DosWhat is one word that comes to mind when you think of how you’re feeling this year? Here are a few common responses from elementary teachers: Stressed. Overwhelmed. Drowning.
In this episode, I’m going to read a listener question that was submitted for the “Ask Stephanie” segment about how to get organized so you can stop drowning in everything you have to do. I think you’re going to 100% relate to this question, and hopefully be motivated by the answer I share to take action!
What’s Covered In This Episode:
Why elementary t...
2022-02-1511 minThe Teacher Time PodcastMyths About Being an Elementary Teacher That Are Stressing You OutYou know what really bugs me as a teacher? Hearing misconceptions about being an elementary teacher that perpetuates the cycle of overwhelm we feel. In today’s episode, we cover 6 myths that make teaching feel even more challenging than it should.
What’s Covered In the Episode:
Why (and how) lesson planning does not have to take hours
The belief that’s hindering your ability to get more done during your prep time
The secret to knowing you don’t have to bring your teacher bag home every night.
Why it’s important to simplify planning and preppi...
2022-02-0821 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow To Actually Take a Break from Teaching Over the WeekendWhich kind of teacher are you after school on a Friday afternoon? Are you stuffing all of your things into your teacher bag to take home with you? Or do you leave it all behind, ready to confidently enjoy the weekend, guilt free? If it's the first one ... you're not alone, and this episode is for you.
Quick Look at What's Covered on How to Actually Take a Break from Teaching Over the Weekend:
Why it's important for teachers to take a break over the weekend
A teaching myth that really needs to be addressed
4 simple...
2022-02-0117 min
The Teacher Time PodcastHow to Find Peace When You Feel Overwhelmed in the ClassroomDo you ever feel powerless against all of the responsibilities as a teacher? Of course you do. Because there are many responsibilities and circumstances that are not within your control. Today we are talking about what you can do to manage those things that you feel completely powerless against; all of those things that make teaching feel a lot harder. And it's actually simpler than you might think.
Quick Look at What's Covered on How to Find Peace When You Feel Overwhelmed in the Classroom:
What your "Circle of Control" has to do with teaching
Main reasons why teachers are...
2022-01-2518 minThe Teacher Time PodcastWhat It’s Like to Teach During a PandemicWelcome back for Season 2 of The Teacher Time Podcast! In this episode, we're talking about what it is like to teach during a pandemic. Yep, we're going there. There are 2 key takeaways I want to share with you that will help make whatever teaching challenges you're facing right now feel more doable. We're going to dive in to my experiences over the past 2 years, and what we can all take away from this experience.
Quick Look at the Episode:
[2:07] Why We Took a Break
[6:05] My Experience Teaching During the Pandemic
[10:12] The Bright Spot in the Challenges
[12:25] Te...
2022-01-1826 min
The Teacher Time PodcastSURPRISE ANNOUNCEMENT for Season 2Surprise!! I'm here to share the surprise announcement for Season 2! Are you ready for it?? Drumroll please...
Season 2 will feature special segments called "Ask Stephanie." Think of this as those super interesting advice columns we all used to read in magazines or the newspaper (we did all read those, right?!).
I want to answer YOUR questions and support you through YOUR challenges. And chances are that if you're struggling with something, another teacher is too. So go ahead right now and submit your question (you can totally remain anonymous if you want!) at...
2021-12-0303 minThe Teacher Time PodcastSimple Shifts That Will Actually Make Your Planning Time More ManageableIn today's episode (and the Season 1 FINALE!), we chat about some simple shifts in thinking that can help you make your limited prep time feel more doable.
If you've ever caught yourself thinking: "I have to keep working because there's more on my to-do list." ... this episode is for you! Stephanie shares personal stories and practical strategies to help you finally take control over your planning time.
Inside the episode, we cover:
common teacher narratives that make planning time harder
simple shifts in thinking that will make planning time easier
the importance of having a clear action plan for your pr...
2021-11-1611 minThe Teacher Time PodcastWhat They Don’t Give Teachers Training On (But Should)In this week's episode, we talk about topics that teachers do not typically get training on (whether in college education courses or in professional developments as a teacher), but that we really should! While there are many topics that we as teachers would love to get more support on, today we focus specifically on a few areas like, parent communication, report cards, using effective teacher language to communicate with students, and of course ... how to manage all of your to-dos during a prep time that's 30 minutes or less.
Listen to today's episode and then join the conversation...
2021-11-0918 minThe Teacher Time PodcastIt’s Ok to Leave It For TomorrowIn this “It’s Ok” style episode, we bust a common belief that teachers have, that tends to affect our time, our energy, and our mindset. It’s ok to leave things from your to-do list for tomorrow.
After listening, you’ll uncover:
- where does this idea that it’s NOT ok to leave work at work come from?
- how and why your teacher to-do list should have an end each day.
- easy action steps to help make your best prep time a little easier
Share your thoughts on this episode...
2021-11-0210 minThe Teacher Time PodcastThe Kind of Ongoing Support Elementary Teachers NeedWhat kind of support do you feel like you need as an elementary teacher? In this episode of The Teacher Time Podcast, we talk about the kinds of support that can help teachers navigate changes and expectations in the education world.
1. Community
2. Professional
We also talk about where you can go to find this kind of support as a teacher!
2021-10-2612 minThe Teacher Time PodcastParent Teacher Conference Tips for Lower Elementary TeachersWhy are parent teacher conferences so stressful? How can we take some of that stress off of our shoulders? It just starts with having a plan and knowing a general sense for how you’re going to set up and run those conferences. So in today’s episode, we’re talking about quick tips that will make preparing for parent teacher conferences less time consuming, and hopefully less stressful.
Tip 1: Use a scheduler
Tip 2: Ask for input
Tip 3: Prepare Notes
Tip 4: Aim to Support
Need notes pages and family questionnaires? Grab this editab...
2021-10-1908 minThe Teacher Time PodcastPlanning for Fall in Your K-2 ClassroomWho else has felt complete brain fog when lesson planning? If this sounds familiar, it’s no surprise! Teachers make tons of decisions throughout the day, so when you sit down to make even more decisions with your lesson plans, it can feel like a challenge.
The goal of this episode is to create some space for you to freely brainstorm your lesson plans for this fall, and I’ve got a quick trick to help you do that!
Step 1. Pick a theme
Step 2. Name the skills
Step 3. Combine the theme and skills for...
2021-10-1208 minThe Teacher Time PodcastIt's Ok to Take a Day OffWhat's something you feel guilty about as a teacher? Is taking a day off one of them? Teachers are notorious for feeling like we can't take a personal day, let alone a sick day.
In this episode, we uncover some simple shifts in thinking that can help you see why it's truly ok, and at times necessary, to take a day off from teaching.
My hope is that after listening to this episode, you stop feeling like you need to be in teacher mode all the time, and start seeing that it's ok to prioritize...
2021-10-0510 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow to Get Planned, Prepped, and Organized At School Without Working 24/7Today I am answering an extremely important question. One that I have spent a lot of time thinking about, practicing, and planning how to answer for you, as well as how to help teachers like you do. And that question is: How can elementary teachers get planned, prepped and organized at school without working 24/7.
Inside the episode we’ll talk about 4 main areas, or pillars, as I like to call them. I’m going to tell you exactly WHY these specific areas are important and share relatable examples for you too.
The 4 areas are:
1. Mind...
2021-09-1412 minThe Teacher Time Podcast3 Ways to Stay Focused During Prep TimeThere’s so much to do, where do I start during my prep time? Maybe this is a question you’ve asked yourself before. You have this huge, long to do list that only ever seems to get things added to it, no matter how much you try.
And despite your best efforts to focus and get it done during your planning time, you’re left feeling overwhelmed day in and day out.
You’re not alone teacher friend. We were taught how to teach, we weren’t necessarily taught how to manage the behind the scenes...
2021-09-0710 minThe Teacher Time PodcastYes, You Can Get Your Weekends Back As a TeacherWhat do teachers need to do to take back their weekends and transition from overwhelmed during planning time to productive?
In this episode, we talk about making that transition from feeling really overwhelmed by the things that you have to do each week as a teacher - lesson planning, meetings, making copies, prepping all the materials, trying to stay organized - to feeling like "ok, I got this!"
In this episode, you'll learn:
- the secret combination that makes for a productive teacher
- a simple shift in thinking that can change everything
2021-08-3115 minThe Teacher Time Podcast3 Common Teacher Mistakes That Are Keeping You Stressed OutDo you feel like no matter how hard you try, you still leave school super late, stressed out, and feeling like you didn't get anything done during your planning time? If so, you're not alone.
In today's episode, we talk about 3 mistakes you could be making, that are keeping you from leaving school on time, prepared, and .. you know, not stressed out.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- the importance of doing what works for YOU, not the teacher down the hall
- the key to taking control of your to-do list
...
2021-08-2410 minThe Teacher Time PodcastThe Simple Way to Manage Your Crazy Back to School To-Do List with EaseIs your back to school to-do list getting a little out of hand?? It's no doubt that elementary teachers have a lot to do before students even enter the classroom for the first time. And we're definitely pressed for time to do it all in!
After today's episode, you'll know a super simple way to manage your crazy back to school to-do list without the stress. I call it -"the big 3."
After listening, head over to our free community: The Teacher Time Podcast Facebook Group and tell us your "big 3!"
2021-08-1713 minThe Teacher Time PodcastTeacher Organization Must-HavesCan anyone else find themselves going teacher organization crazy during this time of the year?
There are so many fabulous organization tools out there, it begs the question: What should you get and what should you leave? And when you do buy those bins or drawers … What should you use them for?
In this episode, I’m sharing tips for choosing organization tools that work for you. I’m also going to tell you about some organization tools that you can try out (with ideas for how to use them!).
If you want even m...
2021-08-1009 minThe Teacher Time PodcastWhat to Include In Your Teacher PlannerWhat pages should you include in your teacher planner for this school year? That's the question we answer in this episode!
Find out:
- what the purpose of your planner really is
- your options when it comes to planner set up (including my personal favorite!)
- 6 kinds of planner pages that are essential to have on hand!
Links:
Editable TLL Teacher Planners
Teacher Time Podcast Facebook Community
2021-08-0313 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow to Pace Your Back to School Set Up So It's Not OverwhelmingBack to school is such an exciting time... but managing your heavy to do list of planning, classroom set up, and meetings can be a challenge!
That's why in today's episode, we chat about 3 steps you can take to pace your back to school set up so that it's less overwhelming.
Inside the episode, we also go over an example back to school pacing schedule to help guide you.
This podcast episode was actually requested by one of our listeners! If you want to be able to request episodes, make s...
2021-07-2717 minThe Teacher Time Podcast5 Areas of Your Classroom You Need to Have OrganizedHaving a purposefully organized classroom is essential to your efficiency as a teacher, as well as your students'.
If you're anything like me, you LOVE a good organization haul. Or even scrolling the hashtag #classroomorganization on Instagram. Lots of fabulous inspiration there!
But here's the thing:
You can buy all the organization tools, but without knowing where or how you’ll use them, it could be a total waste and just lead to more clutter.
So in today's episode, we're going to make sure that doesn't happen to you by getting re...
2021-07-2019 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow to Set Yourself Up for The Best School Year YetHow can you have the best school year yet? The answer might not be what you think. In this episode, we talk about 3 components of teaching that you can focus on to help set yourself up for a great year.
You see, having a “successful” school year doesn’t depend on the theme of your classroom or the outfits you wear.
What sets you up to have a fabulous year, is how prepared you are with a PLAN when you enter the classroom. And I’m not just talking about lesson plans.
There are a few...
2021-07-1310 minThe Teacher Time PodcastSimple Self Care for Elementary TeachersSelf care is a hot topic the past few years, and for a good reason. Taking care of ourselves and giving ourselves permission to rest is really important. Teacher burnout is also a hot topic in recent years and it’s because we have become notorious for constantly working.
Today we're going to answer 2 questions:
1. What are some simple self care activities we can do?
2. How can we make time for self care?
After this episode, you'll have plenty of ideas for all kinds of self care activities, inc...
2021-06-2211 minThe Teacher Time PodcastWhy Teachers Need to Take BreaksDo you usually find yourself taking a very quick break from teacher life at the end of the school year, only to jump back into prepping all the things a few short weeks later?
I’ve totally been there too.
If this sounds like you too, but you’ve really wanted to take a more prolonged break from teaching, particularly over the summer, I’m talking to YOU in this episode.
In this episode we talk about:
why taking breaks is good for your energy and motivation
the benefits of taking breaks from te...
2021-06-1515 minThe Teacher Time PodcastTeacher Reflection Questions That Help You GrowHow can we let go of perfection as teachers and move toward reflection questions that allow us to grow into the educators we’ve always wanted to be? This is the question we’re answering in today’s episode.
We'll talk about possible reflection questions for your:
teacher time management
planning practices
classroom community
The goal of this episode is not to have all of the "hows" figured out just yet, but instead to think about the "what's" and the "why's" of these areas.
If you’re reflecting on how to manage...
2021-06-0813 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow to Wrap Up End of School Year Tasks with EaseLet's ditch the overwhelm with a simple plan for crossing off those end of school year tasks!
If you are counting down until the last day of school but also feeling the extra stress of your end of year to-dos on your shoulders, you're not alone.
In this episode we go through 3 super simple steps to managing the extra end of school year tasks that elementary teachers have on their plate:
Brain Dump
Keep, Delegate, or Eliminate
Make a Prioritized Plan
If you love this episode, let me know on...
2021-06-0113 minThe Teacher Time Podcast3 Easy Things You Can Do to Stop Thinking About Teaching Over the SummerThe end of the school year can be simultaneously exciting and stressful. It's exciting because you know the end is near, but stressful because there are extra responsibilities on your plate that have a deadline.
Then summer rolls around and you're still thinking about school - just the next school year!
Teachers are notorious for continuing to work over the summer. And I used to be one of them. I couldn't WAIT to get back in my classroom or find little projects to work on over the summer. But since becoming a mom, I realized...
2021-05-2514 minThe Teacher Time PodcastThe Best Tips for Writing Report Cards in Less TimeToday's episode is all about time-saving tips for writing report cards. The tips in this episode will help you go from overwhelmed to calm and productive, because you'll know you have simple strategies in place to help make writing report cards feel more manageable.
In this episode, you'll learn:
How rubrics can clarify filling in report card grades
A simple formula for writing report card comments with ease
A quick trick to make sure you're not starting with a blank page for every comment
Links:
Report Card Comment Guide ...
2021-05-1813 minThe Teacher Time PodcastThe Best Grading Hacks for Elementary TeachersGrading can feel like an extra task on your plate. It’s also challenging to determine what the guidelines are past meeting a standard. In today’s episode we’re going to talk about how to approach grading in a more manageable way with 4 hacks to save you time!
After listening to the episode, you'll:
know how to make deciding a student's grade very clear
have a strategy for infusing grading into what you're already doing in class
have ideas that will help you stay on top of grading tasks
Links...
2021-05-1112 minThe Teacher Time PodcastHow to Proactively Plan at the End of the School YearWhat can you do when you don't get your to-do list done? And how do manage your extra end of the year responsibilities, like grading or writing report card comments??
In today's episode we're talking about a strategy called "proactive planning", which can help you proactively schedule and plan for your many teacher tasks, as well as having a plan for responding to unexpected events.
After listening, you'll:
know how to make sure events/meetings/and due dates don't sneak up on you again.
have a personalized and si...
2021-05-0415 minThe Teacher Time PodcastSimple Steps to Scheduling Your Teacher TasksHow is it possible to get all of the important lesson planning and prep tasks done in a week?
If you've ever asked this question before, today's episode is for you! We'll unpack how to effectively schedule your prep tasks across the week so you can manage your important to-dos without the overwhelm.
Using the 3 simple steps shared in today's episode, you'll:
clearly see how much time you have to lesson plan / prep learning activities
have a big picture of what tasks you routinely have on your to-do list
understand how to most efficiently put them on your prep schedule
Lin...
2021-04-2714 minThe Teacher Time Podcast3 Teaching Myths It's Time to Bust!In this episode, we're talking about myths teachers tell themselves that affect your overall mindset and productivity. This episode is for you if:
you've ever felt like in order to be a good teacher, you needed to work late or until your entire to-do list was done;
you want to be able to focus on the teaching part of your job, more than you worry about the lesson planning, meetings, and emails.
you want to feel fully present with your students, but don't know how to do that.
Join me as we discuss (and bust) these 3 common teaching myths:
If you...
2021-04-2024 minThe Teacher Time Podcast2 Simple Routines Every Teacher NeedsHow can teachers get important daily tasks done without falling into little distractions throughout the day, AND turn their teacher brain off when they leave work? I'll tell you - with 2 very simple routines!
In this episode, we talk about:
Start of workday routines
End of workday routines
How to create routines that help you feel calm and prepared
You'll leave this episode knowing how these routines can help you and exactly how to customize your own routines so that you're no longer pulled away from important tasks to focus on small ones (ahem, checking email). Plus, you'll gain clarity o...
2021-04-1320 minThe Teacher Time Podcast3 Ways for Teachers to Kickstart ProductivityHow can teachers make the most of their planning time right now? In today's episode, we'll talk about 3 simple things you can do to start being more productive right away.
You'll learn:
Tips and tricks for quickly getting organized so you can maximize efficiency
How setting boundaries around your teacher time can make you an even better teacher
What you must be doing to take control over your planning time, no matter how limited it feels
Links:
Download my free guide: 3 Ways To Instantly Increase Productivity which wi...
2021-04-0614 minThe Teacher Time PodcastTeacher Time TrailerYou know how teachers are always working long hours? Let's change that.
Welcome to the Teacher Time Podcast, a space where we're changing the norm around how much free time teachers give up to get their planning done. Here, we'll tackle your biggest productivity questions and challenges. You'll discover how you can live a day to day schedule you love and still be an effective teacher with these simple productivity strategies, mindset shifts, and planning hacks.
Find Out More:
www.teachinglittleleaders.com
Instagram: @teachinglittleleaders
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